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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Daniel Orme

Kylian Mbappe addresses being heir to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo

Kylian Mbappe has predicted that Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo ’s time as the undisputed best players in the world is now over as he eyes his first Ballon d’Or.

The French forward has developed the reputation as one of the most prolific strikers in world football during his time at the Parc des Princes since a move from AS Monaco. The 23-year-old has scored 178 goals in all for the Ligue 1 giants - a total that includes seven goals in just five appearances so far this season.

Owing to his stunning form with PSG, Mbappe has now claimed that he is on the verge of claiming the first Ballon d’Or of his career whilst sending a strong message to both Ronaldo and current teammate Messi.

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